Licensed Veterinary Technicians (CVT / LVT / RVT)

Shenandoah Veterinary Associates; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay

Midnight differential

Merit raises

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Pet care discount

Performance bonuses

Continuing education

Relocation assistance

Leadership pay

Special project pay

Job summary

Shenandoah Veterinary Associates, a privately owned emergency and after-hours hospital in Roanoke, VA, is seeking Licensed Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) to join our growing team. If you are licensed in Virginia and passionate about emergency medicine, mentorship, and making a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

The role offers flexible scheduling, swing and overnight shifts, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Virginia veterinary technician license in good standing.
• 3-5 years of professional experience as a licensed veterinary technician (preferred but not required)
• Proficiency in IV catheter placement, blood draws, and collection of diagnostic samples
• Working knowledge of anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery
• Ability to monitor vitals and recognize changes in patient condition, including ECG tracings
• Experience managing infusion pumps and CRIs
• Strong triage and patient assessment skills
• Comfort with electronic medical records and generating client estimates
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with clients during stressful situations
• Availability to work swing and/or overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to teamwork

Skills

Triage & treatment

Diagnostics sampling

IV catheter/CRI

Vital signs monitoring

Hands-on care

EMR & estimates

Anesthesia management

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technicians (CVT / LVT / RVT)

Flexible Scheduling | Swing & Overnight Shifts | Full-Time and Part-Time | Roanoke, VA

Shenandoah Veterinary Associates is a collaborative, privately owned emergency and after-hours hospital, and we are growing. We are looking for skilled, driven technicians to grow with us. If you are a Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician with a commitment to emergency medicine and a desire for mentorship, professional growth, and a meaningful voice on your team, we would like to hear from you.

Desired Skills

• Triage, patient treatment, and patient management
• Collection of diagnostic samples and images
• IV catheter placement, infusion pumps, and CRI management
• Monitoring of vitals and ECG tracings
• Compassionate, hands‑on nursing care
• Electronic medical records and estimate generation
• Anesthesia from induction through recovery

Who Thrives Here

Technically proficient, organized, emotionally mature team players with strong time management skills and a cooperative, can‑do attitude.

Compensation & Benefits

• $30/hour starting pay for licensed technicians with 3-5 years of experience, with higher pay based on skill set and schedule
• up to $8/hour pay differential for hours worked after midnight
• Merit‑based raises that reflect overall job performance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off, growing with your role
• Medical care discount for your own pets
• Performance and annual retention bonuses
• Continuing education, including opportunities to attend major conferences
• Sign‑on or moving expense reimbursement, negotiable after a short mutual‑fit evaluation with an annual contract
• Additional pay for leadership, recruiting, and special projects
• Higher pay for specialist liaison, training, or exotics experience

Why SVA?

As a privately owned hospital with a collaborative culture, your expertise and ideas are valued. You will share your knowledge with colleagues, learn from our doctors, and help shape how we work. Our schedule includes busy periods as well as slower midweek shifts, which allow leadership duties to be completed during regularly scheduled hours. We invest in our people for the long term, with mentorship focused on building the skills that matter most to you.

Shenandoah Veterinary Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Virginia veterinary technician license in good standing
• 3-5 years of professional experience as a licensed veterinary technician (preferred but not required)
• Proficiency in IV catheter placement, blood draws, and collection of diagnostic samples
• Working knowledge of anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery
• Ability to monitor vitals and recognize changes in patient condition, including ECG tracings
• Experience managing infusion pumps and CRIs
• Strong triage and patient assessment skills
• Comfort with electronic medical records and generating client estimates
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with clients during stressful situations
• Availability to work swing and/or overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to teamwork

Preferred

• 3-5 years of professional experience as a licensed veterinary technician
• Prior emergency or critical care experience
• Experience with radiographs and in‑house diagnostics
• Interest in mentoring or training newer team members
• VTS or progress toward a specialty certification
• Basic CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs, with assistance for heavier patients
• Ability to safely restrain and handle fractious or distressed animals
• Willingness to work around anesthetic gases, radiation (with proper safety protocols), and zoonotic disease risks